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Machine Operator Salaries

How much does a Machine Operator make in Ireland?

Total pay range
€27K - €42K/yr
€31K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
€27K - €40K/yrBase pay
€250 - €2K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated 14 Mar 2026303 Salaries submitted
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Recent salaries shared by Machine Operator

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50 salaries

Job title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Location
Date submitted
Job title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Machine Operator
7-9 Years
€35K - €41K/yr
Letterkenny

submitted on 20 May 2026

€35K - €41K/yr
Machine Operator
7-9 Years
€43K/yr
€43K • €0
Athlone

submitted on 18 May 2026

€43K/yr
€43K • €0
Machine Operator
1-3 Years
€31K - €35K/yr
Portlaoise

submitted on 12 May 2026

€31K - €35K/yr
Machine Operator
10-14 Years
€30K/yr
€30K • €0
Tuam

submitted on 6 May 2026

€30K/yr
€30K • €0
Machine Operator
7-9 Years
€35K/yr
€35K • €0
Cork

submitted on 20 Apr 2026

€35K/yr
€35K • €0
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Machine Operator
10-14 Years
€32K - €38K/yr
America

submitted on 23 Mar 2026

€32K - €38K/yr
Machine Operator
4-6 Years
€56K/yr
€55K • €1K
Waterford

submitted on 4 Mar 2026

€56K/yr
€55K • €1K
Machine Operator
1-3 Years
€36K - €42K/yr
Galway

submitted on 28 Dec 2025

€36K - €42K/yr
Machine Operator
1-3 Years
€26K/yr
€26K • €0
Waterford

submitted on 15 Dec 2025

€26K/yr
€26K • €0
Machine Operator
7-9 Years
€35K - €40K/yr
Letterkenny

submitted on 5 Dec 2025

€35K - €40K/yr

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Frequently asked questions about Machine Operator salaries

The average salary for a Machine Operator is €31,350 per year or €15 per hour in Ireland, which is in line with the national average. Top earners have reported making up to €48,910 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in Ireland is between €27,250 (25th percentile) and €42,000 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 303 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Machine Operator employees in Ireland as of June 2026.
The highest salary for a Machine Operator in Ireland is €42,000 per year, €3,500 per month or €20 per hour.
The lowest salary for a Machine Operator in Ireland is €27,250 per year, €2,271 per month or €13 per hour.
Machine operators are paid salaries similar to that of other skilled workers including roofers, welders, cutters, tool makers, and medical equipment repairers. Machine operators who work in the manufacturing or construction sectors generally earn higher pay than those who work in commercial and industrial machinery and equipment repair and maintenance roles. Machine operator pay generally raises with seniority and experience. They can also increase their earnings by moving into a management-related role.
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